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Shortest Path Basics example 29

A focused DSA example for shortest path basics with output and explanation.

Shortest Path Basics example 29
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Input

Terminal

Success

Ready.

Run code to see output here.

What this example teaches

Shortest Path Basics

Output

The function returns the correct result while keeping time and space tradeoffs visible.

Line-by-line explanation

  • Line 1 sets up the Shortest Path Basics example: function uniqueValues(values) {.
  • Line 2 adds one required part of the working pattern: const seen = new Set();.
  • Line 3 exposes the output so you can verify the behavior: return values.filter((value) => {.
  • Line 4 adds the decision or filter that controls the result: if (seen.has(value)) return false;.
  • Line 5 adds one required part of the working pattern: seen.add(value);.
  • Line 6 exposes the output so you can verify the behavior: return true;.

Why this example is useful

This example is useful because it isolates shortest path basics without surrounding noise, so you can see the idea clearly.

Where it is used in real projects

Shortest Path Basics appears in real DSA work when a feature needs a clear pattern that can be reviewed and changed safely.

Beginner variation

Change one label, value or condition in the Shortest Path Basics example and run it again.

Advanced variation

Combine Shortest Path Basics with validation, error handling or reusable structure.